The National Independent Automobile Dealers Assn. has added uShip to the National Member Benefits Program. Now members have customized access to finding specialized transporters. Dealers list vehicles needing shipment, and carriers compete to win the business.
Rural roads claim 57% of highway deaths despite only 23% of people in the U.S. living in rural areas. The illusion of safety, drunkenness, lower seatbelt use, poorer road conditions and slower emergency care combine to increase rural highway fatalities.
U.S. consumers have been buying small cars 9 to 1 over large SUVs in 2010, but the large SUV segment is the fastest growing. Some consumers simply want the roominess and power and can afford the extra fuel at these prices.
Dollar Thrifty Corp. has rejected a takeover bid from Avis Budget Group even though the total amount was higher than a bid from rival Hertz. Dollar said Avis didn't provide certain data and was unwilling to provide a reverse termination fee in the offer.